Abigail Boakye's career journey from a computer science student to a Cloud and Unix System Administrator at Ecobank underscores the significance of perseverance, networking, and stepping out of one's comfort zone, especially for women in the tech industry facing biases. Initially aspiring to be an optometrist, Abigail transitioned to tech due to advice from friends and her mother's guidance, eventually finding her niche in computer science despite initial struggles with mathematics and operating systems. Her experience highlights the importance of networking, as she attributes much of her success to the help of friends and professional connections. Abigail's current role involves provisioning and managing servers, with aspirations to further delve into AWS and DevOps. She emphasizes that tech careers are not limited to coding, advising women to explore various tech roles and brace themselves for challenges. Abigail is also pursuing an AWS certification, driven by a deadline, and is eager to continue her education and professional growth. Her story is featured in the "Women of DevOps" series, which aims to amplify the voices of women in technology around the world.